Alternative chemistry batteries imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported alternative chemistry batteries worth $92.8 million (5.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 217 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 17% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $92.8M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $79.4M | 4.2K t |
| 2022 | $79.8M | 6.0K t |
| 2021 | $70.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $70.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $79.3M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $78.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $87.1M | 3.9K t |
Where the United States imports alternative chemistry batteries from
The largest suppliers were China (24%), Vietnam (18%), Japan (15%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $22.5M | 24% |
| Vietnam | $16.4M | 18% |
| Japan | $13.6M | 15% |
| Canada | $9.6M | 10% |
| Switzerland | $6.4M | 6.9% |
| Mexico | $4.5M | 4.8% |
| Austria | $2.4M | 2.6% |
| Taiwan | $2.2M | 2.4% |
| Israel | $1.9M | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $1.6M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.32 per kg, 47% above the world average of $11.10. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Alternative chemistry batteries exports from the United States
Exports of alternative chemistry batteries by the United States reached $83.4 million in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 158 countries. The largest buyer markets were Canada (29%), Saudi Arabia (13%), Mexico (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+721% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $24.4M | 29% |
| Saudi Arabia | $11.1M | 13% |
| Mexico | $5.7M | 6.8% |
| Australia | $5.2M | 6.3% |
| France | $3.5M | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.4M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 2.8% |
| India | $2.0M | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $1.8M | 2.2% |
| Israel | $1.8M | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States alternative chemistry batteries imports (HS 8507.80): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8507.80: Electric accumulators: other than lead-acid, nickel-cadmium, nickel-iron, nickel-metal hydride and lithium-ion, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of alternative chemistry batteries imported by the United States?
The United States imported alternative chemistry batteries worth $92.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply alternative chemistry batteries to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($22.5 million), followed by Vietnam (18%) and Japan (15%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 69 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 623% on the year.
What is the average import price of alternative chemistry batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.32 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $11.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alternative chemistry batteries to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $87.1 million in 2017 to $92.8 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $79.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export alternative chemistry batteries?
Yes. The United States exported $83.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Saudi Arabia and Mexico. That compares with imports of $92.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for alternative chemistry batteries?
The HS code for alternative chemistry batteries is subheading 8507.80. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8507 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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